Leeds Castle

Broomfield

Historic house or castle
1 / 3
Up to 500
people
8
meeting rooms
Bedrooms
on site

In short

Leeds Castle near Maidstone, Kent, hosts meetings, retreats and corporate events in six spaces, from castle boardrooms for 16 to 30, to the 16th-century Fairfax Barn for 180 and marquee lawns for up to 500. On-site bedrooms, falconry and golf make it suited to leadership retreats.

At a glance

  • Castle rooms for up to 80 theatre style
  • Fairfax Barn for up to 180 dinner guests
  • Marquee lawns for up to 500
  • En-suite bedrooms in Maiden's Tower and Battel Hall
  • Falconry, golf and Segway team activities

About the venue

Leeds Castle, near Maidstone, offers meeting rooms inside the castle as well as historic buildings and lawns across its estate. It makes a memorable setting for board meetings, leadership retreats and large corporate events.

Meeting and event spaces

  • The Castle: the Dining Room holds up to 80 theatre or 30 boardroom. The Boardroom seats up to 16. The Salon and Library are also available.
  • Maiden's Tower: up to 80 theatre, 40 cabaret or 26 boardroom, using the Long Gallery and Tudor Hall.
  • The Garden House: boardroom for 18 in the Culpeper Garden, with Wi-Fi and AV.
  • Battel Hall: breakout space, or a private retreat for up to 10.
  • Fairfax Barn: a 16th-century Kentish tithe barn for up to 180 dinner guests.
  • Marquee lawns: Cedar Lawn for up to 500 and Pavilion Lawn for up to 200.

Stay on site

  • Maiden's Tower: five en-suite bedrooms
  • Battel Hall: five en-suite bedrooms, with a private chef option
  • The Garden House, Lakeside Lodges and cottages

Team building

Adventure golf, a 9-hole golf course, falconry and Segway tours.

Catering

Events are catered by the castle's list of preferred caterers.

Getting there

Leeds Castle is about an hour from London, a short drive from Maidstone.

Booking

Call 01622 767769 or email hospitality@leeds-castle.co.uk.

Rooms and capacity

Castle Dining Room

Theatre
80
Boardroom
30

Castle Boardroom

Boardroom
16
Notes
Seats up to 16 around one table

Maiden's Tower (Long Gallery and Tudor Hall)

Theatre
80
Boardroom
26
U-shape
26
Cabaret
40

The Garden House

Boardroom
18
Notes
Wi-Fi and AV

Battel Hall

Notes
Breakout; retreat for up to 10

Fairfax Barn

Dinner
180
Notes
16th-century tithe barn; dinner

Cedar Lawn marquee

Reception
500

Pavilion Lawn marquee

Reception
200

Capacities are the maximum for each layout. Check numbers with the venue when you enquire.

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi (Garden House)
  • Catering (preferred caterers)
  • Presentation and AV equipment (Garden House)
  • Breakout spaces
  • Accommodation
  • Outdoor space (estate, lawns)
  • Leisure or spa (golf, falconry)

Prices

Christmas 2026: Fairfax Barn parties £68 (Sun to Thu) or £73 (Fri and Sat) per person + VAT for 60 to 180 guests. Castle parties £99.50 to £118 per person + VAT for 50 to 100. Other prices on request.

Check VAT and availability when you enquire.

Location and travel

Broomfield, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL

About an hour from London; near Maidstone

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Frequently asked questions

Can you hold a business meeting at Leeds Castle?

Yes. The castle has boardrooms for up to 16 to 30 and rooms for up to 80 theatre style.

What is the largest event space at Leeds Castle?

The Cedar Lawn takes a marquee for up to 500. Indoors, the Fairfax Barn seats 180 for dinner.

Can delegates stay overnight at Leeds Castle?

Yes. Maiden's Tower and Battel Hall each have five en-suite bedrooms, plus lodges and cottages.

What team-building activities does Leeds Castle offer?

Adventure golf, a 9-hole golf course, falconry and Segway tours.

How far is Leeds Castle from London?

About an hour.

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